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Some studies suggest that professional sports and strenuous physical activity increase the risk of ALS, while other studies indicate that exercise may have neuroprotective benefits and improve survival and quality of life in ALS patients.
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Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a progressive neurodegenerative disease that affects motor neurons, leading to muscle weakness and atrophy. The relationship between physical activity, particularly in athletes, and the risk of developing ALS has been a subject of extensive research. This synthesis aims to present key insights from multiple studies on the association between ALS and athletic activity.
Increased Risk in Professional Athletes:
Repetitive Concussive Trauma:
Strenuous Physical Activity:
Mixed Evidence on General Physical Activity:
Neuroprotective Potential of Exercise:
The relationship between ALS and athletic activity is complex and multifaceted. Professional athletes, particularly those involved in contact sports with repetitive head trauma, appear to have a higher risk of developing ALS. Strenuous physical activity may also increase ALS risk, influenced by genetic factors. However, the evidence on general physical activity remains mixed, and some forms of exercise may offer neuroprotective benefits. Further research is needed to clarify these associations and develop guidelines for physical activity in individuals at risk for ALS.
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